Des Moines, IA

Forklifts and material handling equipment from an MH Equipment location near you

Des Moines Hyster & Yale Forklift Dealer

MH Equipment: Your Material Handling Partner in Central Iowa

Sales, rentals, service, parts, and material handling solutions for businesses in Des Moines and throughout Central Iowa.

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Location Details

515-288-1912

1711 2nd Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314

Branch Operating Hours

Office Hours: Mon–Fri: 7:00 AM–4:00 PM
Parts Hours: Mon–Fri: 7:00 AM–4:00 PM
Service Hours: Mon–Fri: 7:00 AM–4:00 PM
Shipping/Receiving Hours: Mon–Fri: 7:30 AM–3:30 PM

Location Highlights

Hyster & Yale equipment
Local parts and service support
New and used equipment
Equipment rentals
Material handling and warehouse solutions

Brands We Carry

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Product territories vary by location and may be limited in some areas.

Work with MH Equipment in Des Moines

Material handling needs rarely stop with the equipment purchase. Our Des Moines team can help you choose equipment for your application, keep your current fleet maintained, source replacement parts, or find a rental when your workload changes.

If your needs extend beyond lift trucks, MH Equipment can connect you with warehouse, fleet management, and other resources to support the larger operation.

What We Offer in Des Moines

Equipment Sales

New and used material handling equipment to fit any application, backed by a team that knows how your operation runs.

IC forklifts
Electric forklifts
Reach trucks
Order pickers
Pallet jacks
Aerial equipment

Telehandlers
Industrial cleaning equipment
Personnel carriers
Specialty equipment
And more

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Equipment Rentals

Need equipment fast? Our equipment rental fleet covers seasonal demand, equipment downtime, special projects, and short-term needs.

Daily rentals
Weekly rentals

Monthly rentals
Long-term rentals

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Service & Repair

When equipment goes down, productivity follows. Our Des Moines service team provides scheduled maintenance, preventative service, forklift repair, and emergency repairs to help keep your fleet operating.

We service:

Forklifts
Aerial equipment
Railcar movers

Industrial cleaning equipment
Warehouse equipment
Other material handling equipment

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Parts

Get the parts you need quickly from a team that understands your equipment and your operation. MH Equipment offers and sources parts from 40+ manufacturers.

OEM parts
Replacement parts
Attachments

Batteries and chargers
Tires
Safety accessories

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Warehouse Solutions

Beyond equipment, MH Equipment helps businesses optimize storage, workflow, and facility performance.

Warehouse design
Pallet racking
Shelving systems
Conveyor systems

Project management
Installation
Warehouse automation
Engineered material handling solutions

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Fleet Management

Lower your operating costs and boost fleet utilization using data-driven fleet management technology and reporting tools built to eliminate downtime.

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OSHA-Compliant Operator Training

Help operators stay safe, productive, and compliant with instructor-led training programs.

Forklift operator training
MEWP training

Train-the-Trainer programs
Safety evaluations

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The MH Equipment Advantage

Local Des Moines metro support
Hyster & Yale equipment
Experienced service team
Parts support
Flexible rental options
Warehouse and fleet expertise

Great customer service from Jess. The service department was able to properly diagnose and fix my forklift. The other two companies I had used before were not able to. Highly recommend!

John Mcleran

Customer

Service Area

Proudly serving Des Moines and surrounding communities throughout Central Iowa.

Iowa

Altoona

Ames

Ankeny

Des Moines

Indianola

Johnston

Newton

Urbandale

Waukee

West Des Moines

Frequently Asked Questions

What forklift brands does MH Equipment carry in Des Moines?

Our Des Moines location offers a wide range of material handling equipment from Hyster and Yale, including gas and electric forklifts, pallet trucks, reach trucks, order pickers, and other equipment for demanding applications.

We also carry equipment from leading manufacturers, including Combilift, Bendi, Genie, Kärcher, Rail King, RICO, Skyjack, and Taylor-Dunn. Our team can help you find the right equipment and brand for your operation.

Can I rent equipment from the Des Moines location?

Yes. MH Equipment offers rental equipment for short-term projects, seasonal demand, downtime, and longer-term needs. Connect with the local team to check availability.

Does MH Equipment provide forklift repair in Des Moines?

Yes. Our Des Moines service team provides scheduled maintenance, preventative service, repairs, and other support for material handling equipment.

Can I order forklift parts through the Des Moines branch?

Yes. Our local parts team can help source OEM and replacement parts, attachments, batteries, tires, and other equipment needs.

Let’s Keep You Moving

Whether you’re shopping for equipment, scheduling a service, or looking for help with a larger material handling challenge, our Des Moines team is ready to help.

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What Makes Des Moines Home

Located where the Des Moines and Raccoon rivers meet, Des Moines grew from a frontier military post into Iowa’s capital and largest metropolitan center. Government helped establish the city, but insurance, finance, manufacturing, agriculture, and transportation helped it grow.

Today, Greater Des Moines is one of the Midwest’s major business hubs. It combines a busy downtown and State Capitol with fast-growing suburbs, major corporate headquarters, and an economy that reaches far beyond government.

Industries That Move Des Moines Forward

Insurance, financial services, manufacturing, agriculture innovation, technology, data centers, and logistics drive Greater Des Moines.

Insurance is one of the region’s defining industries. More than 80 insurance companies are headquartered in Greater Des Moines, and major employers include Principal Financial Group, Wells Fargo, Nationwide, and Wellmark.

But the economy does not stop at office towers. Advanced manufacturing, agriculture and bioscience, logistics, technology, and data centers are also key regional industries. Major employers and operations throughout the metro create a steady mix of production, warehousing, distribution, and facility needs.

MH Equipment supports the physical side of that economy, helping warehouses, manufacturers, distributors, and other operations keep equipment and materials moving efficiently.

Things to Do Around Des Moines

Iowa’s capital has grown into a destination for arts, food, outdoor recreation, sports, and family attractions.

Iowa State Capitol

The gold-domed Capitol is one of the city’s most recognizable landmarks. Visitors can explore the building, learn about Iowa government and history, and take in views of downtown from Capitol Hill.

Pappajohn Sculpture Park

Located in Western Gateway Park, this 4.4-acre outdoor museum features monumental works by more than two dozen internationally recognized artists. The free park has become both a downtown gathering place and one of Des Moines’ signature cultural landmarks.

Downtown Des Moines Farmers’ Market

On Saturday mornings during market season, downtown fills with vendors selling produce, prepared foods, flowers, crafts, and Iowa-made goods. It has become one of Greater Des Moines’ best-known recurring attractions.

Blank Park Zoo

Located on the south side of the city, Blank Park Zoo offers animal exhibits, conservation programs, and family activities throughout the year. It is one of several major attractions that make Greater Des Moines an easy weekend destination.